Books · French Quarter
Beckham's Bookshop
on French Quarter, with 6 more shops within a short walk
The Quarter's oldest bookstore, opened in 1967 and on this Decatur block since 1979, selling used books. Its founders retired and sold the shop to bookseller Steve Lacy.
Hours
Hours not posted; call ahead
Checked November 2026. Holiday hours can differ.
On the map
Near Woldenberg Park (5 min walk) and Steamboat Natchez (7 min walk).
Good to know
- Parking
- The Quarter is best on foot. The Riverfront streetcar runs along the river side of the Quarter past the French Market.
- French Quarter shops
- Most shops open around 10am and close around 6pm daily; the French Market flea market keeps market hours.
Shops a few minutes away
All of French Quarter →- Crescent City BooksBooks · 240 Chartres St2 min walk
- Sazerac HouseSpecialty · 101 Magazine St3 min walk
- Louis VuittonLuxury · 333 Canal St, Suite 1043 min walk
- Tory BurchFashion · 333 Canal St, Suite 103A3 min walk
- Tiffany & Co.Jewelry · 333 Canal St3 min walk
- TAG Heuer BoutiqueWatches · 333 Canal St, Suite 1.18–1.193 min walk
Before you go
What are Beckham's Bookshop's hours?
Beckham's Bookshop is usually open Hours not posted; call ahead. Hours can change on holidays, so check the shop's site before a special trip.
Where is Beckham's Bookshop?
Beckham's Bookshop is at 228 Decatur St in French Quarter, New Orleans. It's near Woldenberg Park (5 min walk).
Where can I park near Beckham's Bookshop?
The closest option for French Quarter is The Quarter is best on foot. The Riverfront streetcar runs along the river side of the Quarter past the French Market.. Most of the district is also an easy walk from RTA.
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